1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2007 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2007 Skoda Superb is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Superb. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 407 kg more than 2007 Skoda Superb. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Superb. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2007 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Monaco | Superb |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2810 mm |
